Jose “Manolito” Rivera is the distinguished founder and owner of Manolito Tattoos & Art Gallery in Miami, FL. With a remarkable career spanning over two decades in the tattoo industry, he is recognized as a professional visual artist and tattooist who cultivated his craft since his origins in Cuba, where he pursued formal studies in Painting and Fine Arts. His artistic journey evolved from vibrant paintings to creating permanent expressions on skin, leading him to establish his own studio in 2010. Rivera masters an extensive range of tattoo styles, including color and grayscale realism, full color, portraiture, watercolor, traditional, new school, Maori, and tribal. His commitment to artistic excellence has earned him over 25 awards at international conventions, solidifying his reputation as an industry-leading artist dedicated to personalized service and an exceptional artistic approach.
